Summary
Yankees manager Aaron Boone has set high expectations for J.C. Escarra, a second-year player who is serving as the backup catcher. Boone believes Escarra has the potential to be a top catcher if given regular playing time, despite not starting in every game.
Key Facts
- Yankees manager Aaron Boone is hopeful about J.C. Escarra’s performance.
- J.C. Escarra is a second-year player with the Yankees.
- He is serving as the backup catcher to Austin Wells.
- Escarra made the opening day roster as a backup position player.
- Boone expressed confidence that Escarra could become a top catcher if he plays regularly.
- Escarra did not start against the San Francisco Giants' pitcher Robbie Ray recently.
- In the previous season, Escarra played 40 games with the Yankees.
- Boone needs a reliable backup catcher and hopes Escarra can fulfill that role.
